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Banzai, Sushi & Thai Restaurant

Banzai, Sushi & Thai Restaurant
3208 Lake Washington Rd
Melbourne, FL 32935
(321)757-5804

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NoticeThe Division of Hotels and Restaurants conducts regular inspections of public food service establishments to assure compliance with state sanitation and safety laws.

Banzai, Sushi & Thai Restaurant either allowed conditions to exist that pose an immediate threat to the public's health and safety or repeatedly did not correct non-critical violations noted during routine and call-back inspections, despite being given oral and written warnings and ample time to do so.

Each of the listed cases involves either a signed stipulation (“settlement”) between the Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR) and Banzai, Sushi & Thai Restaurant or a Final Order issued after a formal administrative hearing has been conducted. Section 509.261, Florida Statutes, authorizes the Division of Hotels and Restaurants to fine, suspend or revoke the license of establishments that do not comply with state health and safety laws.


Case Number: 4--2011030752 - On June 28, 2011 Banzai, Sushi & Thai Restaurant, Melbourne was ordered to pay $760 for violations observed during its March 08, 2011 inspection.

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2 Food Service Inspections Since July 1, 2011
Inspection For: BANZAI, SUSHI & THAI RESTAURANT
License Number: 1505572
License ID: 2948063
Inspection Visit ID: 4334630
Inspection Date: Thursday, January 05, 2012
Inspection Number: 2089025
Visit Number: 1
Inspection Class: Food
Inspection Type: Routine - Food
Inspection Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action - Sanitary and safety conditions did not warrant a follow-up visit to ensure correction. Establishment will be inspected again at the next routine interval.
Number of Critical/Risk Violations: 5
Number of Noncritical Violations: 1
Total Number of Violations: 6
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ViolationObservations of Inspector [as written on inspection]
08A-04-1 Critical. Observed unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with other ready-to-eat food.
08A-15-1 Critical. Food not stored in a clean/dry location that is not exposed to splash chopped onions and leaf lettuce on sushi line. Corrected On Site.
08A-26-1 Critical. Observed raw pork stored over ready-to-eat food in RIC. Corrected On Site.
16-03-1 Critical. Observed moderate accumulation of debris in warewashing machine and associated equipment. Repeat Violation.
22-20-1 Critical. Observed calcium buildup of in the interior of ice machine.
37-06-1 Observed walls heaviLY soiled with accumulated grease by RIF on cook line. And heavy dust build up on walls on cook line

Inspection For: BANZAI, SUSHI & THAI RESTAURANT
License Number: 1505572
License ID: 2948063
Inspection Visit ID: 4334631
Inspection Date: Monday, August 08, 2011
Inspection Number: 2089026
Visit Number: 1
Inspection Class: Food
Inspection Type: Routine - Food
Inspection Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action - Sanitary and safety conditions did not warrant a follow-up visit to ensure correction. Establishment will be inspected again at the next routine interval.
Number of Critical/Risk Violations: 3
Number of Noncritical Violations: 3
Total Number of Violations: 6
Details
ViolationObservations of Inspector [as written on inspection]
08B-03-1 Critical. Observed employee drink stored on shelf with food in RIC
15-31-1 Observed wet cloth under cutting board
15-31-1 Observed card board used as shelf liner in RIC
16-03-1 Critical. Observed m0derate accumulation of debris in warewashing machine and associated equipment.
22-16-1 Critical. Observed moderate soiled reach-in cooler shelves.
37-07-1 Observed walls soiled with accumulated dust/grease. Cook line

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4 Food Service Inspections for July 1, 2010 - June 30, 2011
Inspection For: BANZAI, SUSHI & THAI RESTAURANT
License Number: 1505572
License ID: 2948063
Inspection Visit ID: 4202468
Inspection Date: Tuesday, May 10, 2011
Inspection Number: 2010125
Visit Number: 2
Inspection Class: Food
Inspection Type: Routine - Food
Inspection Disposition: Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
Number of Critical/Risk Violations: 2
Number of Noncritical Violations: 4
Total Number of Violations: 6
Details
ViolationObservations of Inspector [as written on inspection]
02-13-2 Critical. Violation: 02-13-2Required consumer advisory for raw/undercooked animal food not provided on Sushi menu. Fresh Salmon is Raised in net pens fed parasite free food. Must indicate on sushi menu what's raw for sushi rolls. This violation must be corrected by : 05/08/2011. No indcation on menu raw or ready to eat
03A-07-1 Critical. Violation: 03A-07-1Observed sprouts cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. 45F. Overfilled. Recommend rapid chill. Sprounts 51F over filled. Recommend to keep below rim of container
10-02-1 Violation: 10-02-1In-use utensil not stored on a clean portion of food preparation or cooking equipment. Tongs hanging from stove handle. Corrected On Site. Stored on stove handle
14-50-1 Violation: 14-50-1Observed a nonfood-grade metal scrubbies used to clean woks. Using metal scrubbie
21-12-1 Violation: 21-12-1Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Sushi bar. Wet towels on counter
37-17-1 Violation: 37-17-1Observed ceiling soiled with accumulated water stains. Kitchen/prep area. Heavily soiled with stains

Inspection For: BANZAI, SUSHI & THAI RESTAURANT
License Number: 1505572
License ID: 2948063
Inspection Visit ID: 4031760
Inspection Date: Tuesday, March 08, 2011
Inspection Number: 2010125
Visit Number: 1
Inspection Class: Food
Inspection Type: Routine - Food
Inspection Disposition: Warning Issued - Sanitary and/or safety conditions require the inspector to return in the near future to ensure corrective action has been taken for violations found.
Number of Critical/Risk Violations: 8
Number of Noncritical Violations: 6
Total Number of Violations: 14
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ViolationObservations of Inspector [as written on inspection]
02-13-2 Critical. Required consumer advisory for raw/undercooked animal food not provided on Sushi menu. Fresh Salmon is Raised in net pens fed parasite free food. Must indicate on sushi menu what's raw for sushi rolls. This violation must be corrected by : 05/08/2011.
02-22-1 Critical. Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food prepared on site and held more than 24 hours with not properly date marked. Raw salmon for Sushi
03A-07-1 Critical. Observed raw tuna,tilapia,cooked eel raw salmon cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. OPERATOR STATES PUT IN AT 11:AM RECOMMEND RAPID CHILL to 41F. Corrected On Site. Operator placed in freezer.
03A-07-1 Critical. Observed sprouts cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. 45F. Overfilled. Recommend rapid chill
04-01-1 Critical. Sushi display cooler incapable of maintaining potentially hazardous food at proper temperatures. Ambient temperature is 49F. NO 24 HOUR WARNING ISSUSED HAS 3 COOLERS AT SUSHI BAR Corrected On Site. Operator adjusted refriderator and is maintaing 40F below.
10-02-1 In-use utensil not stored on a clean portion of food preparation or cooking equipment. Tongs hanging from stove handle. Corrected On Site.
12A-20-1 Critical. Observed employee wash hands with no soap. Corrected On Site. Rewa hed hands with soap.
14-35-1 Observed ripped/worn shelf cover. Kitchen server station
14-50-1 Observed a nonfood-grade metal scrubbies used to clean woks.
21-12-1 Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Sushi bar
22-16-1 Critical. Observed moderatly soiled reach-in cooler shelves. Produce RIC
32-16-1 Critical. Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions in ladies restroom.
37-06-1 Observed cook line walls moderatly soiled with accumulated grease.
37-17-1 Observed ceiling soiled with accumulated waterv stains. Kitchen/prep area

Inspection For: BANZAI, SUSHI & THAI RESTAURANT
License Number: 1505572
License ID: 2948063
Inspection Visit ID: 4031761
Inspection Date: Thursday, October 14, 2010
Inspection Number: 2010126
Visit Number: 1
Inspection Class: Food
Inspection Type: Routine - Food
Inspection Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action - Sanitary and safety conditions did not warrant a follow-up visit to ensure correction. Establishment will be inspected again at the next routine interval.
Number of Critical/Risk Violations: 5
Number of Noncritical Violations: 3
Total Number of Violations: 8
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ViolationObservations of Inspector [as written on inspection]
03A-07-1 Critical. Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Batter mixture that is phf is held at room temperature found at 48F recommend rapid chill.
05-09-1 Critical. No conspicuously located thermometer in sushi chest freezer on sushi line
06-04-1 Critical. Observed tuna thawed at room temperature. Corrected On Site.
08A-24-1 Critical. Observed saran wrapped raw chicken stored over raw saran wrapped beef in upright RIF. Corrected On Site.
14-29-1 Observed establishment using sponges on cleaned and sanitized, or in-use food-contact surface. Repeat Violation.
14-41-1 Food-contact surface not smooth and easily cleanable. Wooden bamboo wraps
23-04-1 Observed heavy build-up of mold-like substance on shelves in cook line RIC
31-09-1 Critical. Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Dishes in hand sink at sushi bar. Corrected On Site.

Inspection For: BANZAI, SUSHI & THAI RESTAURANT
License Number: 1505572
License ID: 2948063
Inspection Visit ID: 3932386
Inspection Date: Thursday, August 26, 2010
Inspection Number: 1942276
Visit Number: 2
Inspection Class: Food
Inspection Type: Routine - Food
Inspection Disposition: Call Back - Complied - Return visit from a previous warning found violations to be corrected.
Number of Critical/Risk Violations: 0
Number of Noncritical Violations: 0
Total Number of Violations: 0

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3 Food Service Inspections for July 1, 2009 - June 30, 2010
Inspection For: BANZAI, SUSHI & THAI RESTAURANT
License Number: 1505572
License ID: 2948063
Inspection Visit ID: 3932385
Inspection Date: Friday, June 25, 2010
Inspection Number: 1942276
Visit Number: 1
Inspection Class: Food
Inspection Type: Routine - Food
Inspection Disposition: Warning Issued - Sanitary and/or safety conditions require the inspector to return in the near future to ensure corrective action has been taken for violations found.
Number of Critical/Risk Violations: 13
Number of Noncritical Violations: 7
Total Number of Violations: 20
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ViolationObservations of Inspector [as written on inspection]
02-26-1 Critical. Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Bulk containers of sugar,salt,flour.
05-08-1 Critical. No thermometer provided to measure temperature of food product.
08A-28-1 Critical. Observed bag of rice stored on floor. Corrected On Site. Repeat Violation.
09-01-1 Critical. Observed improper use of bowl/plastic food container or other container with no handle used to dispense ready-to-eat food. Soy sauce and salt
09-05-1 Critical. Observed improper use of bowl/plastic food container or other container with no handle used to dispense food that is not ready-to-eat. Flour
12A-12-1 Critical. Observed wipe gl0ves on towel instead of changing them. Corrected On Site.
12A-16-1 Critical. Observed employee engage in food preparation, handle clean equipment or utensils, or touch unwrapped single-service items, without washing hands. When cracking eggs. Corrected On Site.
12A-18-1 Critical. Observed employee dry hands on cloth after washing hands. Corrected On Site. Rewashed hands and used paper towels.
13-03-1 Observed employee with no hair restraint. Sushi chef
14-29-1 Observed establishment using sponges on cleaned and sanitized, or in-use food-contact surface. Ware washing
14-37-1 Observed white individual cutting boards badly grooved/pitted and no longer cleanable.
21-11-1 Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Over 200 ppm. Corrected On Site.
21-12-1 Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Corrected On Site.
23-03-1 Observed heavy build-up of grease on paper towel dispenser
24-05-1 Clean glasses, cups, utensils, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. On floor. Corrected On Site.
31-12-1 Critical. Observed handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Dishes in hand sink
32-15-1 Critical. No handwashing sign provided at a handsink used by food employees. Kitchen hand sink. Corrected On Site.
41B-01-1 Critical. Observed sanitizing solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed. Over 200 ppm. Corrected On Site.
46-09-2 Critical. Exit signs not properly illuminated. For reporting purposes only. Above enance door.
53B-08-1 Critical. No proof of required employee training provided. All public food service establishments must provide the division with proof of employee training upon request, including, but not limited to, at the time of any division inspection of the establishment. New employees working more than 60 days.

Inspection For: BANZAI, SUSHI & THAI RESTAURANT
License Number: 1505572
License ID: 2948063
Inspection Visit ID: 3695192
Inspection Date: Thursday, January 14, 2010
Inspection Number: 1898948
Visit Number: 1
Inspection Class: Food
Inspection Type: Routine - Food
Inspection Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action - Sanitary and safety conditions did not warrant a follow-up visit to ensure correction. Establishment will be inspected again at the next routine interval.
Number of Critical/Risk Violations: 4
Number of Noncritical Violations: 4
Total Number of Violations: 8
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ViolationObservations of Inspector [as written on inspection]
06-04-1 Critical. Observed raw chicken thawed at room temperature. Corrected On Site.
08A-28-1 Critical. Observed food stored on floor. Bag of rice. Corrected On Site.
14-37-1 Observed individual cutting board badly grooved and heavily soiled with mold like substance. Corrected On Site. Operator threw out.
15-35-1 Wooden shelf where clean dishes are stored is chipping paint.
22-20-1 Critical. Observed heavy buildup of slime in the interior of ice machine. Corrected On Site.
24-07-1 Cleaned and sanitized equipment, utensils, properly stored. Spatula's,sppons in dish room not stored handle up.
28-14-1 Critical. Observed evidence of mop/cleaning waste water dumped onto ground.
29-05-1 mop/service sink installed being used for storage. NEED TO USE MOP SINK FOR MOP WATER ONLY

Inspection For: BANZAI, SUSHI & THAI RESTAURANT
License Number: 1505572
License ID: 2948063
Inspection Visit ID: 3695193
Inspection Date: Tuesday, October 06, 2009
Inspection Number: 1898949
Visit Number: 1
Inspection Class: Food
Inspection Type: Routine - Food
Inspection Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action - Sanitary and safety conditions did not warrant a follow-up visit to ensure correction. Establishment will be inspected again at the next routine interval.
Number of Critical/Risk Violations: 2
Number of Noncritical Violations: 7
Total Number of Violations: 9
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ViolationObservations of Inspector [as written on inspection]
10-04-1 In-use utensil for nonpotentially hazardous food not stored in a clean, protected location. Ice scoop for icemachine
10-06-1 In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of potentially hazardous food and the container. Ice scoop. Corrected On Site.
14-31-1 Equipment or utensils not designed or constructed in a durable manner. Wooden rice bowl.
14-35-1 Observed cardboard /worn soil used as shelf cover.
22-20-1 Critical. Observed heavy buildup of slime in the interior of ice machine.
22-21-1 Critical. Observed soil buildup inside ice bucket in kitchen
37-06-1 Observed wall heavily soiled with accumulated grease. Foil used protection is torn. Repeat Violation.
37-12-1 Ceiling not smooth and easily cleanable. Dishmachine/prep area in kitchen
37-13-1 Observed holes in ceiling tiles accumulation of water stains. Prep/dish area. Repeat Violation. Change to smooth easily cleanable tile.

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3 Food Service Inspections for July 1, 2008 - June 30, 2009
Inspection For: BANZAI, SUSHI & THAI RESTAURANT
License Number: 1505572
License ID: 2948063
Inspection Visit ID: 3583807
Inspection Date: Tuesday, June 09, 2009
Inspection Number: 1827887
Visit Number: 1
Inspection Class: Food
Inspection Type: Routine - Food
Inspection Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action - Sanitary and safety conditions did not warrant a follow-up visit to ensure correction. Establishment will be inspected again at the next routine interval.
Number of Critical/Risk Violations: 6
Number of Noncritical Violations: 4
Total Number of Violations: 10
Details
ViolationObservations of Inspector [as written on inspection]
01A-10-1 Critical. Observed 20 whole fish received from unapproved source. No invoice. Operator states for employee's
01B-06-1 Critical. Food from an unapproved source not discarded. 20 WHOLE fish in ziplock bags. No invoice.
12A-22-1 Critical. Observed food employee touching ready-to-eat food with their bare hands and the establishment has no approved Alternative Operating Procedure. Chopping cabbage. Corrected On Site. Repeat Violation.
14-36-1 Observed gaskets/seals on cold holding unit in poor repair. 2 door RIC located in the back. Repeat Violation.
22-11-1 Critical. Observed individual cutting boards with heavy accumulation of mold l9ke substance.
32-15-1 Critical. No handwashing sign provided at a handsink used by food employees. Cook line hand sink
37-02-1 Observed hole in wall under hand sink on cook line and 3all is in disrepair.
37-06-1 Observed wall heavily soiled with accumulated grease. Repeat Violation.
37-15-1 Observed ceiling soiled with accumulated water stains. Prep area and sushi bar. Repeat Violation.
53B-08-1 Critical. No proof of required employee training provided. All public food service establishments must provide the division with proof of employee training upon request, including, but not limited to, at the time of any division inspection of the establishment. Found Corrected On Site.

Inspection For: BANZAI, SUSHI & THAI RESTAURANT
License Number: 1505572
License ID: 2948063
Inspection Visit ID: 3240593
Inspection Date: Tuesday, January 27, 2009
Inspection Number: 1707071
Visit Number: 1
Inspection Class: Food
Inspection Type: Routine - Food
Inspection Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action - Sanitary and safety conditions did not warrant a follow-up visit to ensure correction. Establishment will be inspected again at the next routine interval.
Number of Critical/Risk Violations: 3
Number of Noncritical Violations: 4
Total Number of Violations: 7
Details
ViolationObservations of Inspector [as written on inspection]
02-26-1 Critical. Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Dressing bottles at the sushi bar. Corrected On Site.
12A-22-1 Critical. Observed food employee touching ready-to-eat food with their bare hands and the establishment has no approved Alternative Operating Procedure. Placing lemon on cup with fingers. Corrected On Site.
14-36-1 Observed gaskets/seals on cold holding unit in poor repair. 2 door reach in freezer in back of kitchen
27-16-1 Critical. Hot water not provided/shut off at employee hand wash sink. Sushi handsink
37-06-1 Observed wall moderately soiled with accumulated grease. Behind cooking equipment. Operator states he has a bid for new wall.
37-13-1 Observed holes in ceiling tiles in back kitchen. Repeat Violation.
37-17-1 Observed ceiling tiles soiled with accumulated water stains.

Inspection For: BANZAI, SUSHI & THAI RESTAURANT
License Number: 1505572
License ID: 2948063
Inspection Visit ID: 3240594
Inspection Date: Tuesday, September 30, 2008
Inspection Number: 1707072
Visit Number: 1
Inspection Class: Food
Inspection Type: Routine - Food
Inspection Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action - Sanitary and safety conditions did not warrant a follow-up visit to ensure correction. Establishment will be inspected again at the next routine interval.
Number of Critical/Risk Violations: 6
Number of Noncritical Violations: 7
Total Number of Violations: 13
Details
ViolationObservations of Inspector [as written on inspection]
08A-28-1 Critical. Observed bags of rice and bag of beans stored on floor in the dry storage area.
12B-03-1 Critical. Observed employee drinking from an open beverage container in a food preparation or other restricted area. Cup coffee stored by clean utensils
14-36-1 Observed gaskets/seals on cold holding unit in poor repair. Cook line
21-11-1 Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Over 200 ppm
22-13-1 Critical. Observed inside of the toaster oven heavyly soiled. Sushi area
23-03-1 Observed build-up of grease on hood filters. Repeat Violation.
24-07-1 Cleaned and sanitized equipment, utensils, linens or single-service not properly stored handles up.
32-15-1 Critical. No handwashing sign provided at a handsink used by food employees. Sushi deli case.
37-02-1 Observed small holes in wall. Dish room
37-06-1 Observed wall soiled with heavyly accumulated grease. Behind cooking equipment
37-13-1 Observed hole in ceiling tile. Kitchen
41B-01-1 Critical. Observed sanitizing solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed. Over 200ppm
53A-09-1 Critical. No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation. 5 employee's on site.

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5 Food Service Inspections for July 1, 2007 - June 30, 2008
Inspection For: BANZAI, SUSHI & THAI RESTAURANT
License Number: 1505572
License ID: 2948063
Inspection Visit ID: 3139303
Inspection Date: Friday, June 20, 2008
Inspection Number: 1639559
Visit Number: 2
Inspection Class: Food
Inspection Type: Routine - Food
Inspection Disposition: Call Back - Complied - Return visit from a previous warning found violations to be corrected.
Number of Critical/Risk Violations: 0
Number of Noncritical Violations: 3
Total Number of Violations: 3
Details
ViolationObservations of Inspector [as written on inspection]
14-36-1 Violation: 14-36-1Observed gaskets/seals on cold holding unit in poor repair. Cook line RIC
37-02-1 Violation: 37-02-1Observed hole in wall. By hand sink in kitchen
37-18-1 Violation: 37-18-1Observed dusty ceiling tiles and/or air conditioning vent covers. Hall way

Inspection For: BANZAI, SUSHI & THAI RESTAURANT
License Number: 1505572
License ID: 2948063
Inspection Visit ID: 3139302
Inspection Date: Wednesday, June 18, 2008
Inspection Number: 1639559
Visit Number: 1
Inspection Class: Food
Inspection Type: Routine - Food
Inspection Disposition: Warning Issued - Sanitary and/or safety conditions require the inspector to return in the near future to ensure corrective action has been taken for violations found.
Number of Critical/Risk Violations: 11
Number of Noncritical Violations: 6
Total Number of Violations: 17
Details
ViolationObservations of Inspector [as written on inspection]
02-24-1 Critical. No written procedure for Potentially hazardous food held under time as a public health control without time marking indicating 4-hour limit
02-27-1 Critical. Failure to maintain freezing records on nonexempt fish for 90 days. Only has 60 days. Invoice shows no parasite destruction. Corrected On Site. Found invoices
03A-07-1 Critical. Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Escolar and tunas in sushi display case 50 + less than 4 hours recommended quick chill Corrected On Site. Repeat Violation.
04-01-1 Critical. Cold holding equipment incapable of maintaining potentially hazardous food at proper temperatures. Sushi deli case facing north wall ambient temperature is 50F This violation must be corrected by : 06/19/08.
06-04-1 Critical. Observed potentially hazardous food thawed at room temperature. White fish at the sushi bar
08A-24-1 Critical. Observed raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit/during preparation. Raw Chicken over beef in chest freezer. Repeat Violation.
08A-26-1 Critical. Observed raw animal food stored over ready-to-eat food. Raw chicken over vegitables in 2 door RIC Corrected On Site. Repeat Violation.
12B-02-1 Critical. Observed employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Observed food stored next to clean dishes at the sushi Bar. Repeat Violation.
12B-07-1 Critical. Observed an open beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Sushi bar
14-36-1 Observed gaskets/seals on cold holding unit in poor repair. Cook line RIC
14-37-1 Observed cutting board grooved/pitted and no longer cleanable black mold like substance. Corrected On Site. Threw away
21-12-1 Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
23-03-1 Observed build-up of grease on hood filters
31-12-1 Critical. Observed handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Dishes in hand sink at the sushi bar
32-17-1 Critical. Handwashing cleanser lacking at handwashing lavatory. Sushi bar
37-02-1 Observed hole in wall. By hand sink in kitchen
37-18-1 Observed dusty ceiling tiles and/or air conditioning vent covers. Hall way

Inspection For: BANZAI, SUSHI & THAI RESTAURANT
License Number: 1505572
License ID: 2948063
Inspection Visit ID: 3065293
Inspection Date: Tuesday, April 01, 2008
Inspection Number: 1544031
Visit Number: 2
Inspection Class: Food
Inspection Type: Routine - Food
Inspection Disposition: Call Back - Complied - Return visit from a previous warning found violations to be corrected.
Number of Critical/Risk Violations: 0
Number of Noncritical Violations: 1
Total Number of Violations: 1
Details
ViolationObservations of Inspector [as written on inspection]
37-16-1 Violation: 37-16-1Observed several ceiling tiles soiled with accumulated water stains in dish room and hallway of restrooms.

Inspection For: BANZAI, SUSHI & THAI RESTAURANT
License Number: 1505572
License ID: 2948063
Inspection Visit ID: 2854176
Inspection Date: Tuesday, January 29, 2008
Inspection Number: 1544031
Visit Number: 1
Inspection Class: Food
Inspection Type: Routine - Food
Inspection Disposition: Warning Issued - Sanitary and/or safety conditions require the inspector to return in the near future to ensure corrective action has been taken for violations found.
Number of Critical/Risk Violations: 14
Number of Noncritical Violations: 9
Total Number of Violations: 23
Details
ViolationObservations of Inspector [as written on inspection]
02-24-1 Critical. Potentially hazardous food held under time as a public health control without time marking indicating 4-hour limit. Sushi rice Corrected On Site.
02-26-1 Critical. Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Bottles of different sauces in kitchen and sushi bar
02-27-1 Critical. Failure to maintain freezing records on nonexempt fish for 90 days. Missing records for fresh salmon and snapper the month of December and January This violation must be corrected by : 03/29/08.
03A-07-1 Critical. Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Salmon 45F and snapper 44F in sushi deli case
08A-26-1 Critical. Observed raw animal food stored over ready-to-eat food. Raw fish over mini corn cobs in RIC
08A-26-1 Critical. Observed raw animal food stored over ready-to-eat food. Raw fish,raw chicken over vegitables in RIF located in corner of cook line
08A-29-1 Critical. Observed uncovered food in holding unit/dry storage area. Mini corn cobs in 2 door sliding RIC
08B-04-1 Critical. Observed cloth used as a food-contact surface.
08B-09-1 Critical. Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Cracked shell intact egg and didn't change gloves when handling ready to eat foods
09-04-1 Critical. Observed bare hand contact of ready-to-eat food by employees and establishment has no approved Alternative Operating Procedure in effect. Employee on cook line handling cooked meats and vegitables with bare hands Corrected On Site.
12B-03-1 Critical. Observed employee drinking from an open beverage container in a food preparation or other restricted area. Cook line
12B-07-1 Critical. Observed an open beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Can of pepsi
22-17-1 Critical. Observed heavyly soiled reach-in cooler gaskets. Sushi bar area
22-19-1 Critical. Observed interior of microwave soiled. White microwave where steam table for soups are stored.
23-03-1 Observed heavy build-up of grease on hood filters
24-10-1 Observed utensils stored in crevices between equipment. Knives
36-13-1 Observed heavy grease accumulated under cooking equipment.
37-01-1 2 Ceiling tile's missing in kitchen above RIC located to chest cooler in dish/prep room
37-04-1 Observed wall soiled with accumulated black debris in dishwashing area. Located by pull station
37-05-1 Observed wall heavyly soiled with accumulated food debris and and blackish mold like substance above 3 comp sink
37-06-1 Observed wall heavyly soiled with accumulated grease behind cooking equipment
37-16-1 Observed several ceiling tiles soiled with accumulated water stains in dish room and hallway of restrooms.
37-18-1 Observed dusty ceiling tiles and/or air conditioning vent covers. Through out kitchen and dining room

Inspection For: BANZAI, SUSHI & THAI RESTAURANT
License Number: 1505572
License ID: 2948063
Inspection Visit ID: 2854177
Inspection Date: Monday, August 06, 2007
Inspection Number: 1544032
Visit Number: 1
Inspection Class: Food
Inspection Type: Routine - Food
Inspection Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action - Sanitary and safety conditions did not warrant a follow-up visit to ensure correction. Establishment will be inspected again at the next routine interval.
Number of Critical/Risk Violations: 5
Number of Noncritical Violations: 2
Total Number of Violations: 7
Details
ViolationObservations of Inspector [as written on inspection]
06-04-1 Critical. Observed potentially hazardous food thawed at room temperature. Chicken
06-05-1 Critical. Observed potentially hazardous food thawed in standing water. Beef
20A-10-1 Critical. Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. 0 ppm must usE 3 comp sink till repaired
37-01-1 6 Ceiling tile's missing in kitchen above 2 door storage RIC
37-14-1 Observed ceiling in disrepair in kitchen area due to a leak
41A-09-1 Critical. Observed toxic item stored in food preparation area. Fabric softner stored above clean dishware
46-09-1 Critical. Exit signs not properly illuminated. Above front entrance door

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5 Food Service Inspections for July 1, 2006 - June 30, 2007
Inspection For: BANZAI, SUSHI & THAI RESTAURANT
License Number: 1505572
Inspection Date: Friday, June 22, 2007
Inspection Number: 1513156
Visit Number: 3
Inspection Class: Food
Inspection Type: Routine - Food
Inspection Disposition: Call Back - Complied - Return visit from a previous warning found violations to be corrected.
Number of Critical/Risk Violations: 1
Number of Noncritical Violations: 0
Total Number of Violations: 1
Details
1 critical violation of code 48 which requires:
  • “Gas appliances - properly installed, maintained (For Reporting Purposes Only)”

Inspection For: BANZAI, SUSHI & THAI RESTAURANT
License Number: 1505572
Inspection Date: Wednesday, May 09, 2007
Inspection Number: 1513156
Visit Number: 2
Inspection Class: Food
Inspection Type: Routine - Food
Inspection Disposition: Call Back - Extension given, pending
Number of Critical/Risk Violations: 6
Number of Noncritical Violations: 3
Total Number of Violations: 9
Details
1 risk violation of code 02 which requires:
  • “02 - Original container; properly labeled, date marking, shell stock tags.”
  • “02-11 - Consumer advisory on raw/undercooked oysters.”
  • “02-13 - Consumer advisory on raw/undercooked animal products.”
1 critical violation of code 06 which requires:
  • “Potentially hazardous food properly thawed.”
1 violation of code 10 which requires:
  • “In use food dispensing utensils properly stored”
1 violation of code 22 which requires:
  • “Food contact surfaces clean and sanitized.”
1 violation of code 23 which requires:
  • “Non-food contact surfaces clean.”
1 violation of code 34 which requires:
  • “Outside storage area clean, enclosure properly constructed”
2 critical violations of code 45 which requires:
  • “Fire extinguishers - proper and sufficient (For Reporting Purposes Only)”
1 critical violation of code 48 which requires:
  • “Gas appliances - properly installed, maintained (For Reporting Purposes Only)”

Inspection For: BANZAI, SUSHI & THAI RESTAURANT
License Number: 1505572
Inspection Date: Tuesday, May 08, 2007
Inspection Number: 1513156
Visit Number: 1
Inspection Class: Food
Inspection Type: Routine - Food
Inspection Disposition: Warning Issued - Sanitary and/or safety conditions require the inspector to return in the near future to ensure corrective action has been taken for violations found.
Number of Critical/Risk Violations: 13
Number of Noncritical Violations: 7
Total Number of Violations: 20
Details
3 risk violations of code 02 which requires:
  • “02 - Original container; properly labeled, date marking, shell stock tags.”
  • “02-11 - Consumer advisory on raw/undercooked oysters.”
  • “02-13 - Consumer advisory on raw/undercooked animal products.”
2 critical violations of code 06 which requires:
  • “Potentially hazardous food properly thawed.”
3 violations of code 10 which requires:
  • “In use food dispensing utensils properly stored”
1 risk violation of code 12 which requires:
  • “12a - Hands washed and clean, good hygienic practices (observed), alternative operating plan.”
  • “12b - Proper hygienic practices, eating/drinking/smoking (evidence.)”
1 violation of code 14 which requires:
  • “Food contact surfaces designed, constructed, maintained, installed, located”
1 critical violation of code 17 which requires:
  • “Thermometers, gauges, test kits provided”
1 violation of code 21 which requires:
  • “Wiping cloths clean, used properly, stored”
3 violations of code 22 which requires:
  • “Food contact surfaces clean and sanitized.”
1 violation of code 23 which requires:
  • “Non-food contact surfaces clean.”
1 violation of code 34 which requires:
  • “Outside storage area clean, enclosure properly constructed”
2 critical violations of code 45 which requires:
  • “Fire extinguishers - proper and sufficient (For Reporting Purposes Only)”
1 critical violation of code 48 which requires:
  • “Gas appliances - properly installed, maintained (For Reporting Purposes Only)”

Inspection For: BANZAI, SUSHI & THAI RESTAURANT
License Number: 1505572
Inspection Date: Tuesday, May 08, 2007
Inspection Number: 1513157
Visit Number: 2
Inspection Class: Food
Inspection Type: Routine - Food
Inspection Disposition: Call Back - Complied - Return visit from a previous warning found violations to be corrected.
Number of Critical/Risk Violations: 0
Number of Noncritical Violations: 0
Total Number of Violations: 0

Inspection For: BANZAI, SUSHI & THAI RESTAURANT
License Number: 1505572
Inspection Date: Friday, January 19, 2007
Inspection Number: 1513157
Visit Number: 1
Inspection Class: Food
Inspection Type: Routine - Food
Inspection Disposition: Warning Issued - Sanitary and/or safety conditions require the inspector to return in the near future to ensure corrective action has been taken for violations found.
Number of Critical/Risk Violations: 16
Number of Noncritical Violations: 16
Total Number of Violations: 32
Details
5 risk violations of code 02 which requires:
  • “02 - Original container; properly labeled, date marking, shell stock tags.”
  • “02-11 - Consumer advisory on raw/undercooked oysters.”
  • “02-13 - Consumer advisory on raw/undercooked animal products.”
2 risk violations of code 08 which requires:
  • “08a - Food protection during storage, preparation, display, service, transportation.”
  • “08b - Cross-contamination, equipment, personnel, storage.”
  • “08c - Potential for cross-contamination, storage practices; damaged food segregated.”
4 risk violations of code 12 which requires:
  • “12a - Hands washed and clean, good hygienic practices (observed), alternative operating plan.”
  • “12b - Proper hygienic practices, eating/drinking/smoking (evidence.)”
1 violation of code 21 which requires:
  • “Wiping cloths clean, used properly, stored”
3 violations of code 22 which requires:
  • “Food contact surfaces clean and sanitized.”
5 violations of code 23 which requires:
  • “Non-food contact surfaces clean.”
2 violations of code 24 which requires:
  • “Storage/handling of clean equipment, utensils”
1 violation of code 25 which requires:
  • “Single service items properly stored, handled, dispensed”
1 critical violation of code 28 which requires:
  • “Sewage and wastewater disposed properly.”
1 violation of code 29 which requires:
  • “Plumbing installed and maintained”
1 violation of code 36 which requires:
  • “Floors properly constructed, clean, drained, coved”
4 violations of code 37 which requires:
  • “Walls, ceilings, and attached equipment, constructed, clean”
1 violation of code 42 which requires:
  • “Premises maintained, free of litter, unnecessary articles. Cleaning and maintenance equipment properly stored. Kitchen restricted to authorized personnel”
1 risk violation of code 53 which requires:
  • “53a - Food management certification valid.”
  • “53b - Employee training verification.”

NoticeEach inspection report is a “snapshot” of conditions present at the time of the inspection. On any given day Banzai, Sushi & Thai Restaurant, Melbourne may have fewer or more violations than noted in their most recent inspection. An inspection conducted on any given day may not be representative of the overall, long-term conditions at Banzai, Sushi & Thai Restaurant, Melbourne.

A summary of violations found during inspections are listed in the Food Service Inspection boxes above. Cited are violations of Florida's sanitation and safety laws, which are based on the standards of U.S. Food and Drug Administration's Food Code.

In general, critical violations are those that, if not corrected, are more likely to contribute directly to food contamination, illness or environmental damage. Although the Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR) use the industry-standard term "critical", varying degrees of severity and potential risk to the public require inspectors to assess each situation in determining the appropriate action. In addition, while Banzai, Sushi & Thai Restaurant, Melbourne may have multiple violations, the inspectors' training and judgment formulate the overall result of the inspection to ensure the public health and safety.

Noncritical violations do not directly relate to foodborne illness risk, but are preventive measures that include practices and procedures which effectively control environmental conditions. Left uncorrected, noncritical violations can undermine the overall food safety program of an establishment and lead to the development of critical violations.

While most establishments correct all violations in a timely manner (often during the inspection), the division's procedures are designed to compel compliance with all violations through follow-up visits, administration action or closure when necessary.

Violations listed refer to the revelant section of Florida regulation that has been observed to be deficient during the inspection. Each establishment must comply with the language of the inspection statement. For purposes of enforcement and compliance, the DBPR recognizes the status as printed on the inspection form, although the severity of the violation observed may warrant additional action regardless of its "critical/noncritical" designation.


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